Instant-download PDF version
Use digitally on a tablet or computer, or print what you need.
How to use the PDF version
Open on an iPad or tablet using apps like GoodNotes or Notability
View cards in grid or page format
Drag cards to sort into groups (e.g. “draining / manageable”, “helps / doesn’t help”)
Annotate directly on cards for reflection or discussion
Share your screen in telehealth, Zoom, or school meetings
Print selected cards only (home, school, or therapy use)
Spoon Thieves @ School cards make it easier for neurodivergent kids and teens to explain which activities, situations, and demands drain their energy — so parents, teachers, and therapists can respond effectively.
School can be exhausting for neurodivergent kids and teens — even when everyone is trying their best
Overwhelm, burnout, and emotional dysregulation are common
Parents and teachers often struggle to understand which factors at school are most draining
50 illustrated cards exploring energy drains specific to the school environment
15 cards repeat concepts from the original Spoon Thieves deck; 35 new cards dive deeper into school-related challenges
Designed by a neurodivergent psychologist for clear, accessible communication
Helps students identify and express what drains their energy, improving understanding and support
Instant-download PDF version
Use digitally on a tablet or computer, or print what you need.
How to use the PDF version
Open on an iPad or tablet using apps like GoodNotes or Notability
View cards in grid or page format
Drag cards to sort into groups (e.g. “draining / manageable”, “helps / doesn’t help”)
Annotate directly on cards for reflection or discussion
Share your screen in telehealth, Zoom, or school meetings
Print selected cards only (home, school, or therapy use)
Spoon Thieves @ School cards make it easier for neurodivergent kids and teens to explain which activities, situations, and demands drain their energy — so parents, teachers, and therapists can respond effectively.
School can be exhausting for neurodivergent kids and teens — even when everyone is trying their best
Overwhelm, burnout, and emotional dysregulation are common
Parents and teachers often struggle to understand which factors at school are most draining
50 illustrated cards exploring energy drains specific to the school environment
15 cards repeat concepts from the original Spoon Thieves deck; 35 new cards dive deeper into school-related challenges
Designed by a neurodivergent psychologist for clear, accessible communication
Helps students identify and express what drains their energy, improving understanding and support